Equipment Operator - Urgent Role

We are on the lookout for a confident Equipment Operator to join our incredible team at Path Environmental Technology LLC in Houston, TX.
Growing your career as a Full Time Equipment Operator is a fantastic opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in communication, project management and have the right drive for the job, then apply for the position of Equipment Operator at Path Environmental Technology LLC today!

We are growing and are hiring  Equipment Operators!

If you are:

• Willing to roll-up your sleeves and learn our tank cleaning processes 
• A motivated & high-energy individual wanting to find your home with a growing company
• Enjoy a fast paced environment 

Come join our team!

Summary

The Equipment Operator is tasked with performing physical labor on worksites. They will prepare sites for installation of Path equipment by cleaning, loading or unloading equipment and materials, and removing hazards. Field tasks include assembly and disassembly of piping systems, hoses, tank cleaning equipment, power washing, fueling of equipment, utilizing hand tools, small equipment repairs and disassembly of tank hardware. Position entails operation of pressurized equipment, such as pressure washing equipment and bean unit, to aid in the safe successful cleaning of a tank. Work to be performed with potential constant use of respiratory protection (SCBA, Supplied breathing air, air-purifying Full-face respirator) and chemical resistant suits. Most of the work scope will be performed inside of a confined space while working alongside of a small specialized crew. Maintenance and cleaning of equipment, jobsites, and work areas both in the field and at Path facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform installation and tear down of fluid transfer equipment including, but not limited to, piping, hoses, pumps, and heat exchangers.
• Provide valuable input to supervision on how to efficiently segment and execute large scale CSE cleaning projects.
• Assess jobsite preparedness for equipment installation and correct any unsafe conditions.
• Operate equipment to load and unload materials and equipment as necessary on the jobsite.
• Maintain an organized inventory of tools and materials and perform auditing of levels for upcoming activities.
• Ability to stay focused on particular tasks despite being in an active and complex workplace.
• Manually unspool hoses and secure in place.
• Connect de-energized utilities to equipment and client infrastructure.
• Cargo management of onsite and long-haul trucks.
• Work in appropriate PPE for a variety of areas, including impermeable suits and breathing air apparatus.
• Remain engaged and providing value to the team despite facing challenging and demanding work conditions and environments.
• Communicate effectively with all coworkers. This includes active participation in safety discussions for upcoming work activities.
• Ensures all safety systems are managed and followed by all employees.
• Decontaminate equipment, tools, and jobsite on a regular basis to uphold professional atmosphere.
• Engage all coworkers with a positive attitude and strive to improve yourself and your teammates every day.
• Always maintain a safe and respectful working environment.
• Provide general labor to support other company workgroups when necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Experience working in confined space entry
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Active TWIC card
• Active and unrestricted Driver’s License 
• DISA background score of 2 or less
• Negative results on all substance abuse testing protocols set forth by company and clients
• Physically able to perform all duties required including lifting 50 pounds
• Pass a job specific physical without restrictions

Position Skills and Abilities

• Safety conscious and awareness for themselves and their team
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience
• Visual and referential estimation of material dimensions
• Leadership and ownership of their own performance
• Ability to work as a valuable member of a team
• Communicate clearly with their team
• Knowledge of basic hand tools used in CSE cleaning
• Proper understanding of the safe operation of pressurized equipment
• Industrial workplace experience

Additional Notes

• Shifts are typically 10-12 hours per day
• Operations are often 24 hours per day, and all employees must be willing and able to work night shifts 
• Operations are not always suspended during holidays or emergencies 
• Requires outdoor work in variety of environments, including arctic and tropical
• Travel requirements are extensive, and often require significant air travel 

Benefits of working as a Equipment Operator in Houston, TX:

● Learning opportunities
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Competitive salary